I am willing to buy 1999 Dodge Durango SLT SUV?

[Awalin]

It has 213000kms on it.

- Mint Black leather 7 Seater (no rips or tears)
- Valid Emission
- 5.9L Magnum V8
- power windows, power locks, power steering
- AC blows cold and heater blows hot
- New Goodyear Wranglers Duratrac 31x10.5x15 (around 90% tread left)
- Changed 2 Oxygen sensors

what all should i check in it to make sure its worth buying?

 

[scott]

For a small fee you can check the "Carfax" and have a better indication of if it has ever been in an accident. www.carfax.com Look for re-pain over-spray under the hood or tape lines along the edge of inside panels.

Check KBB.com to see average prices in your area and others.

This is almost exactly the same miles I have on mine (140,000 miles) and my 99 runs well. It has had a few issues, all of which I was able to fix myself (Fairly good backyard mechanic).

If you can, run a scan tool, compression test, and inspect the differential oil to see if it has been submerged in water. If you don't have the tools/experience then it is best to find an impartial independent mechanic.

Check for oil and tranny leaks, from the pan are not so bad, from a seal it can indicate a bad bearing. Mine is the 318 and about 120,000 is where I lost my water-pump and starter.

And be realistic on your expectations...get towing insurance.
I keep mine because it can haul the whole family, in comfort, about anywhere (it has been from Washington to Maine). Mileage (again for the 318) is 15mpg on a good day.